Awards

National/Zone Councillors, Advisors and Clubs can request Certificates of Appreciation from National Office to present to members, guest speakers, etc. as they see fit. To order printed/hardcopy certificates complete and send/email a Stock Order Form to National Office. 

Alternatively, a digital copy is available on request. view@thesmithfamily.com.au.

Each year National Office sends Service Pins to present to members who have reached 10, 20, 30, 40, 50 or 60 years of continuous membership. At the beginning of the calendar year, the membership lists and a unique Service Pin order form (green in colour) is distributed direct to Clubs. This list contains the names of members who, according to National Office database, are eligible to receive their service pins. 

Clubs are required to check this list from their records and return, with amendments if applicable, to National Office in order to receive Service Pins. These pins can be presented to members at a suitable function. 

As per the National Council decision in October 2009, Service Pins for 10 and 20 year anniversaries attract a $5 fee. Service pins for 30, 40, 50 and 60 year anniversaries are distributed free of charge. 

In May 2012 National Council agreed that at the time of providing details of members’ eligibility for service pins, an option be given for those not wishing to pay for their 10 and 20 year service pins, to instead receive an A5 recognition of service certificate at no cost. Clubs need to indicate the member’s preference. 

For information regarding Decade/Service Pins please refer to the Club Handbook.

Any member reaching her 100th birthday is welcome to receive a signed Centenarian Certificate from the VIEW National President and VIEW National Manager. Please request and provide details to National Office (view@thesmithfamily.com.au) allowing one month’s notice for preparation of the certificate. 

NATIONAL PRESIDENT’S AWARD* 

This Award was first presented at the VIEW Convention in 2005. The Award recognises a VIEW member(s) or VIEW Club who, in the opinion of the National President, has made a significant impact through outstanding community service, resulting in the advancement of the VIEW organisation and its members. 

Criteria: 

• To be awarded at Convention when a suitable candidate has been identified 
• Only one winner 
• Focus: National or Area 
• Timeframes: service that has occurred in the past 12 -24 months
• How: delivered in a caring and respectful way 
• Outstanding service for VIEW that has been considered above and beyond what is usual in an elected position 
• For VIEW members/Clubs only 

* Awarded at the biennial VIEW National Convention. 

GEORGE FORBES AWARD* 

This Award was first presented at the VIEW Convention in 2005 and honours the contribution to the advancement of Australian women by George Forbes. The Award recognises excellent service in the past 12-24 months by a VIEW member or person who has progressed VIEW nationally. 

Criteria: 

• To be awarded at Convention when a suitable candidate 
• Only one winner 
• Focus: National 
• Timeframes: service that has occurred in the past 12-24 months 
• How: demonstration of The Smith Family values in their actions that has been considered above and beyond what is usual in an elected position. 

* Awarded at the biennial VIEW National Convention. 

Voice, Interests and Education of Women

The Blue Sapphire Anniversary is an occasion that marks practically a lifetime together. A symbol of strength, resilience and brilliance.

• Celebrating 65 years of Making a Difference
• Celebrating 65 years of advocating for women and children
• Celebrating 65 years of connecting in community
• Celebrating 65 years of supporting education
• Celebrating 65 years of friendship

VIEW Members, Clubs and Councillors are invited to enter into the VIEW 65th Anniversary Blue Sapphire Awards.

We are looking for the most impactful contribution to VIEW and The Smith Family (contribution = sponsorship, fundraising, volunteering, advocacy, membership, innovation, connection, impact).  Choose one (or more) of the categories to enter….

Competition Close 1 August 2025 and will be awarded at Convention 2025 Brisbane...

For more information go to blue sapphire awards